Rema Creates History as First Nigerian to Grace Ballon d’Or Ceremony Stage
Nigerian afrobeats sensation, Divine Ikubor, more commonly known as Rema, has etched his name in the annals of history as the first African artist to grace the illustrious Ballon d’Or […]
Album Season: Rema, Mr Eazi, and Blaqbonez Drop New Albums
The music world is buzzing as three of Nigeria’s finest artistes have simultaneously dropped their latest albums, turning this season into a musical fiesta. Rema, Mr Eazi, and Blaqbonez have […]
From Armstrong To Fela; The Birth of Jazz and Its Influential Journey Towards Afrobeat
The world of music is a living testament to the rich tapestry of human creativity. From the early days of rhythm and blues to the soulful jazz era, music has […]
Full List of Winners at the Trace Awards 2023: Celebrating African and Afro-Inspired Music
Kigali, Rwanda – In a dazzling night filled with music, talent, and entertainment, the first-ever Trace Awards 2023 celebrated the vibrancy and creativity of African and Afro-inspired music. The star-studded […]
Mayorkun Releases Highly Anticipated EP ‘Love… For Free’
Lagos, Nigeria – Nigerian music sensation Mayorkun has dropped his eagerly awaited EP, ‘Love… For Free,’ a poignant and emotive project that delves into themes of love, heartbreak, and self-discovery. […]
Blaqbonez Releases Heartfelt Single “Bad Till Eternity” Featuring Zlatan in Tribute to MohBad
Nigerian rapper and singer-songwriter Blaqbonez, in the wake of his much-anticipated album “EMEKA MUST SHINE,” has unveiled a touching single, “Bad Till Eternity,” featuring the street-rap icon Zlatan. The song […]
Idris Elba Curates Fela Kuti Box Set #6: A Journey Through Afrobeat’s Iconic Albums
Actor, producer, DJ, rapper, and singer Idris Elba, also known as Big Driis, has stepped into the world of Afrobeat to curate the sixth installment of the Fela Kuti Box […]
Top 10 Legendary African Musicians Who Shaped the Sound of a Continent
Africa, a continent of rich cultural diversity, has given birth to some of the world’s most influential musicians. From the rhythms of West Africa to the melodies of East Africa, […]
Tems’ ‘Free Mind’ Clinches Platinum Status from RIAA for Sales of Over a Million Units
As announced on Wednesday, October 4, the RIAA has updated its records to award Tems with two accolades: a Platinum plaque for ‘Free Mind’ and a Gold plaque for ‘Higher.’ […]
GRAMMYs, Billboard Recognizes Burna Boy under New AfroFusion Genre
In a significant acknowledgment of the rising global influence of African music, the GRAMMYs and Billboard have officially classified Nigerian artist, Burna Boy, under the emerging AfroFusion genre. This categorization […]